Zhinvali Reservoir
Details
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Access
- Public
- Best Seasons
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Road
- Paved
- Shore Fishing
- Yes
- Parking
- Yes
- Nearest Town
- Ananuri
Fish Species
- Common Carp (Common)
- Khramulya (Transcaucasian Barb) (Common)
- Brown Trout (Occasional)
- Wels Catfish (Occasional)
- Crucian Carp (Occasional)
7-day fishing scores
Sun 22° 0.3
0.3 Today 24° 1.2
Tomorrow 26° 2.1
Wed 22° 3.0
Thu 23° 3.9
Fri 21° 0.3
Sat 22° 1.2
About Zhinvali Reservoir
Zhinvali Reservoir is fed by the Aragvi River and sits beneath the iconic Ananuri fortress. It is one of the largest bodies of water within an hour of Tbilisi, offering opportunities for carp, catfish, and occasional trout.
Fishing Tips
- Target carp in bays with feeder rigs and corn
- Catfish are active on warm summer nights near the dam
- Boat fishing opens up deeper water where larger fish hold
- Watch for sudden weather changes — mountain winds can pick up quickly
Safety
Steep banks exist near the dam area. Wear a life jacket if fishing from a boat. The reservoir is deep — exercise caution when wading.